Hello again friends out there in 311 nation! A new week is upon us, a fresh start, and the next edition of the fan spotlight! Let’s meet the lovely Zuri Eytalis!
How did Zuri find out about 311? She said she was born into the world of it! Her parents Heidi & Tim always listened to 311 so she was raised around the music. When she was just 4 years old she saw a photo of Amy & Kristina, the 311 cheerleaders, and said she wanted to become one of them. Last year Kristina sent her 3 boxes of gear and Zuri is so thankful for it! “It was so awesome!”
Even though Zuri is only 11, she’s already attended 18 shows. First for her was at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater in St. Louis, Missouri back in 2012. Her favorite show of the 18 was this years 311 Day in Las Vegas and it’s because they played her favorite song, “Down South.” She says it’s her jam!
Other favorite song for Zuri is “Beyond the Grey Sky,” because it reminds her of the family members that she has lost. “But I will see them again.” She has two favorite lyrics: “F- the naysayers because they don’t mean a thing, cause this is what style we bring,” and “Stay positive and love your life.”
Zuri was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and is still being raised there. She was actually born at 3:11PM and actually turns 11 on 9/30/18! As mentioned, Zuri is now part of the 311 cheerleader crew and she’s been lucky enough to meet Nick, P-nut, Tim and Chad. “All super nice guys and I got all there signatures. I have not met SA though, I need to meet him!”
Special talent for Zuri is that she plays the guitar and flute. When she was 8 years old she was on a dance team but dancing with the advanced crew performing hip hop dances with people in the 14-18 age range! Some uniqueness for Zuri is that she can make her tongue into a W. She’s also very artistic and has won a lot of art awards. Guilty pleasure for her are the shows Bob’s Burgers and Family Guy. She also likes watching people make slime on YouTube.
When Zuri isn’t listening to 311, she loves the sounds of New Politics, Green Day, The Offspring, Twenty-one Pilots, Greek Fire, Toadies, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, and Jason Mraz. She’s also super excited because she is seeing Ballyhoo on her birthday and her dad’s band is opening for them! What a great gift.
To 311, Zuri has these words: “Hello, my name is Zuri and I’m the cheerleader for your band. I really appreciate you guys and how hard you work and I love your music and all the positivity.”
Now her message to all the other fans:
“Dear 311 fans, I know that I’m only 11 years old but anyone of any age can ROCK out to 311. Stay positive and love your life!”
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There you have it friends, the story of Miss Zuri! Thank you Zuri for being a fan spotlight & sharing your story. Let’s all send Zuri many happy birthday wishes! Thanks to all who come here and read the tales. Have a fantastic week!
Much Love – The Runt